Description
The former Venator site comprises a substantial previously developed (brownfield) industrial site, historically occupied by Venator Materials, an international chemical manufacturing business, and was used primarily for industrial and process-based manufacturing operations.

The site extends to approximately 16.47 acres with legacy Grade C buildings extending to 203,870 sq. ft. Infrastructure associated with its former industrial use remains in place, including areas of hardstanding and internal access routes, which may be suitable for clearance or redevelopment, subject to detailed technical and environmental assessments.

The closure of the Venator facility presents an opportunity to re-purpose a strategically located brownfield site for modern employment or residential uses. Redevelopment of the site would align with Gateshead Council’s Local Plan objectives, which support the regeneration of previously developed
land, the modernisation of employment sites, and the delivery of sustainable economic growth. Potential future uses include industrial, logistics, advanced manufacturing, residential uses or hybrid employment-led development, subject to planning consent.

Gleeson Homes was awarded detailed planning consent in August 2025 for the development of 276 dwellings on land immediately south of the subject site. To be known as ‘Elisabeth Park’, the scheme will comprise a mix of two, three and four bed family homes. Gateshead Regeneration Partnerships (C/O Vistry) have also submitted a planning application for the development of 106 dwellings on land immediately east of the subject site, which is yet to be determined. Subject to planning permission, and all other necessary consents, Savills is of the opinion that the site therefore presents residential developers
with an unique opportunity to deliver a sought after infill scheme, situated in an established market location.

Commercial Property in Mary Avenue

Development land for sale - Former Venator Site, Mary Avenue, Birtley, DH3 1QX